May is AANHPI Heritage Month—a time to place an additional spotlight on the cultures, stories, and contributions of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. For young children, heritage and history months can be a fun and engaging way to learn about the world around them, build empathy, and understand the importance of inclusion and respect for others.

Southern California Children's Museum hosts author and illustrator Natasha Khan Kazi on for an interactive story & craft event celebrating her newest book," Lulu in the Spotlight!" Did you know that every culture has its own unique ways of celebrating creativity, courage, and self-expression? Follow along as our heroine Lulu finds her courage in this magical story celebrating South Asian cultures and traditions! Natasha will share her story, give kids a peek into her creative process and guide them through a henna-inspired craft.